International School of Dongguan
- IB Career-related
- IB Diploma
- IB MYP
- IB PYP
- +1
Per yearabout USD 18.9K–35K
CNY 126K–234K · 2025-26 school year · Source: school website (checked 2026-11-02)
About
ISD provides a rigorous well-rounded education while fostering the unique gifts and aspirations of each child.
Key facts
Source: Read from the school's websiteCompiled from public sources
Curriculum
IB Career-related · IB Diploma · IB MYP
Ages
Ages 3–18
Students
400
Language
English
Type
International school
Fee level
Higher fees
- Founded
- 2012
- Term dates
- 2026-27: starts 11 Aug 2026, last day 17 Jun 2027
- Scholarships
- Yes
- English support (EAL)
- Yes
Fees
Source: Read from the school's website
2025-26 school year
Age on the first day of the school year (usually 1 September). Cut-off dates differ by school.
| Grade | Per year |
|---|---|
| Pre K - JK | CNY 126,000≈ USD 18.9K |
| SK – G5 | CNY 211,000≈ USD 31.6K |
| G6 - G8 | CNY 223,300≈ USD 33.5K |
| G9 - G12 | CNY 233,600≈ USD 35K |
Show fee charts
| per year | |
|---|---|
| Pre K - JK | CNY 126,000 (about USD 18.9K) |
| SK – G5 | CNY 211,000 (about USD 31.6K) |
| G6 - G8 | CNY 223,300 (about USD 33.5K) |
| G9 - G12 | CNY 233,600 (about USD 35K) |
Source: school website (i-s-d.org) · checked 2026-11-02 · ECB reference rate (2026-11-09)
| min | max | |
|---|---|---|
| International School of Dongguan (this school) | CNY 126,000 (about USD 18.9K) | CNY 233,600 (about USD 35K) |
| American International School of Guangzhou | CNY 229,280 (about USD 34.4K) | CNY 303,900 (about USD 45.5K) |
| Alcanta International College | CNY 182,000 (about USD 27.3K) | CNY 182,000 (about USD 27.3K) |
| Canadian International School of Guangzhou | CNY 188,000 (about USD 28.2K) | CNY 258,000 (about USD 38.7K) |
| ISA Liwan International School | CNY 208,000 (about USD 31.2K) | CNY 308,000 (about USD 46.2K) |
| Utahloy International School Guangzhou | CNY 139,300 (about USD 20.9K) | CNY 300,000 (about USD 45K) |
Source: school website (i-s-d.org) · checked 2026-11-02 · ECB reference rate (2026-11-09)
One-off costs
- Application fee
- CNY 2,000
As published by the school. Amounts change with the school year and exchange rates; please confirm with the school before applying. Converted amounts use the reference rate of the date shown. ECB reference rate (2026-11-09). Source: school website (checked 2026-11-02)
Curriculum and academics
Source: Read from the school's website
Curricula, explainedIB PYP · IB MYP · IB DP (Diploma) · IB CP (Career-related)
The IB's four programmes
Schools often run only some of the four. Highlighted boxes are the ones this school offers.
- IB PYPOffered
Early years to primary · Ages 3–12
The IB's primary programme. Children learn through questions and units of inquiry rather than separate subjects.
- IB MYPOffered
Middle years (ages 11–16) · Ages 11–16
The IB's middle-years programme: eight subject groups taught with links between them, ending with a personal project.
- IB DP (Diploma)Offered
Last 2 years of school · Ages 16–19
The IB's university-entrance qualification — what people usually mean by "the IB". Six subjects plus the Extended Essay, TOK and CAS, scored out of 45.
- IB CP (Career-related)Offered
Last 2 years of school · Ages 16–19
The IB's career-related route for the same ages as the DP: at least two DP courses plus a career-related study chosen by the school.
Last two years: DP or CP
American curriculum
Kindergarten to Grade 12 · Ages 5–18
Grade-by-grade like US schools; students graduate by earning course credits, often with AP courses in high school.
Ages are the usual bands; schools can differ.Curriculum basics guide
Strengths
- Academics
- STEM
- Performing arts
- Sport
- Service
Campus and school life
Source: Read from the school's website
Sports
- Athletics
Arts
- Music
- Visual arts
- Photography
- Theater
- Drama
- Digital video production
After-school activities
- STEM
- Model United Nations
- Fine arts
- Performing arts
- National Honor Society
- Athletics
- Chinese culture classes
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Accreditation and memberships
Source: Read from the school's website
- Accreditations
- IB, WASC
- Memberships
- EARCOS, ACAMIS
More details
Source: Read from the school's website
The essentials
Additional learning support
The counselling team supports social, emotional and academic wellbeing, with advisory sessions held twice a week.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Diving deeper
House system
Mixed-age house league teams encourage collaboration, mutual support and a sense of belonging.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academics
Curriculum
Based on the American Core Standard curriculum, with the IB Diploma Programme for Grades 11 and 12.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academic calendar
Open linkSchool website · Checked 2026-11-06
Wellbeing
Social and emotional learning (SEL)
Elementary uses the Second Step programme for social-emotional skills. Secondary advisory covers growth mindset and stress management.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Mental wellbeing
Counsellors support stress management, emotional regulation and bullying prevention, and offer guidance to parents.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Parent experience
History
Opened to K-12 students in August 2012 with 43 students. Now has almost 400 students and is recognised by the IBO and WASC.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Community
Runs a parent support association, family events and community partnerships, such as a 2024 pizza-making day.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
The Parent Support Association supports fundraising, field trips, book club and family events.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Extra-curricular activities
Academic and intellectual
Offers STEM activities and Model United Nations, including STEM fairs and math tournaments.
- STEM
- Model United Nations
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Arts and creative
Fine arts programme for all grades in music, visual arts, photography and theatre.
- Music
- Visual arts
- Photography
- Theatre
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Cultural and language
Offers classes that incorporate Chinese culture.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Community and service
The National Honor Society is based on scholarship, service, leadership and character.
- National Honor Society
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Languages
Language provision
English is the language of instruction. Chinese language programmes and classes incorporating Chinese culture are also offered.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Reputation
Accreditations
Authorised IB Diploma Programme school, now an authorised IB Continuum school, and recognised by WASC.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Admissions
Admissions
Applications are submitted through an online admissions system; school tours require an advance appointment.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Location
Source: Read from the school's website
11 Jin Feng Nan Road, Nancheng District, Dongguan, China 523000
Approximate location. Please use the address above for the exact spot.
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